Zinzan 122 Report post Posted August 21, 2013 Can somebody enlighten me whats the biggie with the raw selvedge denim thing? I fail to understand whats the fuss all about or am i just too old for this shit Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Petepan 66 Report post Posted August 24, 2013 The main idea is that the denim will mould its shape to your body over time, making for a comfortable fit unique to the wearer. The color will fade over time, but the fade pattern will depend on the wearer's activity, thus over time creating something which is again unique to the wearer. There are other details concerning the manufacture of the fabric (usually weaved by shutter looms), the dyeing of the fabric, the dye material, the leather patch, the buttons and rivets, chainstitching, roped belt loops, color of selvage edge, etc. If you are an occasional wearer, and possess the usual standards of hygiene, then it would be difficult to get any good fade patterns. Some of these denim heads live and sleep in their jeans 24/7 and throws the garment into the freezer to kill bacteria. I figure that the answer to your last question is probably the latter. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
"6" 253 Report post Posted August 24, 2013 The appeal is easy to see. A pair of raw denim jeans gets better the more its broken in and lived in - much like a leather jacket or wax cotton jacket/ trench. Also, construction and quality of these type of jeans are normally top notch, so for the clothing aficionado and those who value quality, there's that. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Zinzan 122 Report post Posted August 25, 2013 Thanks Pete and 6 for the great explanation. As i suspected im too old for this shite Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ladhrann 43 Report post Posted August 25, 2013 Thanks Pete and 6 for the great explanation. As i suspected im too old for this shite Well I became interested in it as I got older so it might hit you yet! But as you've said yourself there's a lot of hype around it and very many of the products are ridiculously overpriced. They've gone from being reasonably priced workwear to high fashion @$250+. So kind of like Purdeys' or A&S RTW prices! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ivanswk 52 Report post Posted October 25, 2013 it seems filson jeans is made by tellason http://www.tellason.com/ Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ivanswk 52 Report post Posted October 25, 2013 have try the 21 oz and they have a naked and famous 32oz on display still on the fence about the 21oz, bloody nice but make you into a tachi master, all movement become slow ... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ivanswk 52 Report post Posted October 25, 2013 talk about vanity sizing hahah, it seems i m a 31 in filson Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Zinzan 122 Report post Posted October 25, 2013 And on..... 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
"6" 253 Report post Posted October 25, 2013 And on..... HHAHAHHA Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Petepan 66 Report post Posted October 28, 2013 Ivan, my Jap denim is gathering dust. Once per week wear not even putting a dent into them. And they are only 17 oz!! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ivanswk 52 Report post Posted November 8, 2013 to go with my 21oz Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ivanswk 52 Report post Posted November 9, 2013 Wow nice fade Arc, IH what model is that ? me still thinking of 25 oz aiseh.. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
arc 133 Report post Posted November 9, 2013 17oz 666s. 25 is way too heavy for my tastes. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
takashi 13 Report post Posted December 5, 2013 Not only heavy but too damn uncomfortable. I will never sacrifice comfort just to "look good" Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Bkt 5 Report post Posted December 7, 2013 Any suggestions on where would be a good place to alter jeans in SG? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
arc 133 Report post Posted December 7, 2013 If it's raw denim and you want the authentic thing, I go to tuckshop and sundry supplies for the union special machine. Youngsters go to Tet's in peninsula plaza, but it's not the real deal - looks chainstitched but isn't. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Bkt 5 Report post Posted December 7, 2013 Thanks arc Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
arc 133 Report post Posted December 7, 2013 No problemo. I'm due for a drinks session with them at the store on 27th Dec, you're welcome to come then if you'd like. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Bkt 5 Report post Posted December 7, 2013 @tuckshop? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
arc 133 Report post Posted December 7, 2013 Yeah, at TSS. I'll be back in SG for the xmas-new year break. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
"6" 253 Report post Posted December 26, 2013 Anyone been to kronoz in malaysia? Thinking of paying them a visit. But its super jam in kl in the lead up to Xmas. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
beaver 10 Report post Posted December 27, 2013 ^i believe they are on sale now. Denim wise, not too bad, a lot of sizes for naked and famous. And very friendly staff too. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
